Data engineers build and maintain the systems that help organizations collect, transform, store, and use data. Browse vetted Data Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles at companies hiring experienced professionals for positions paying $100,000 or more.
Data engineers design data pipelines, develop and optimize data platforms, and ensure information is reliable, accessible, and secure. Their work supports analytics, business intelligence, machine learning, and operational decision-making. Depending on the organization, a role may focus on batch or streaming systems, cloud data warehouses, data lakes, or platform engineering.
Employers often seek experience with SQL and programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala. Familiarity with cloud platforms, distributed processing, orchestration tools, data modeling, and technologies such as Spark, Kafka, Snowflake, or Databricks may also be valuable. Requirements vary by role, so review each listing for its specific tools and qualifications.
Data engineers work across industries including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and consulting. Career paths may lead to senior or staff engineer positions, data platform leadership, or specialized roles in cloud architecture and machine learning infrastructure. Explore openings to compare responsibilities, required experience, and compensation.
Search Ladders for vetted Data Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more. Use the listings to identify opportunities that match your experience, preferred technologies, and career goals.
Data Engineer - Azure Databricks and Cloud Data Solutions (Safety)
$95K - $115K *
Transform data solutions by designing and implementing robust pipelines and lakehouse architectures. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize performance and ensure data security, delivering high-qua...
1 week ago
$170K - $220K *
Optimize data accessibility and security while leading a high-impact team. Drive innovation in data practices, enhance data usability, and empower teams to leverage data effectively across the organiz...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive innovative data engineering solutions, leading a skilled team in crafting high-performance data pipelines and enhancing system stability while aligning business needs with technical execution in...
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Senior Data Engineer - Data Platform
$130K - $160K *
Take ownership of the migration to a modern Databricks lakehouse, designing robust data pipelines and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics capabilities and set technical...
1 week ago
Senior Data Engineer - Data Platform
$130K - $160K *
Champion the migration to a modern Databricks lakehouse, designing robust data pipelines and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics capabilities and set technical standards...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive innovation in data engineering and AI application development, enhancing workflows and decision-making through advanced data platforms and automation. Collaborate with teams to optimize cloud so...
2 days ago
$120K - $160K *
Transform data into actionable insights by owning the analytics pipeline from ingestion to visualization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create trusted models and metrics that empower deci...
2 days ago
$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of AI by building innovative solutions for robotics, AV, and healthcare. Drive end-to-end product development, collaborating with customers to solve complex challenges in data annotat...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Unlock potential by building and managing a robust internal data platform that enhances product insights, revenue tracking, and customer service efficiency through effective data ingestion and quality...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that's building and optimizing a robust internal data platform to enhance product insights, streamline data ingestion, and ensure data quality for analytics and reporting. Collaborate with...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Empower your career by building and optimizing data pipelines that enhance product insights and operational efficiency. Collaborate with analytics teams to ensure data integrity and drive impactful de...
1 week ago
$96K - $115K *
Transform complex data challenges into actionable solutions by leading data engineering efforts. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality data products and architect scalable data pipelines us...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $156K *
Architect robust data solutions that meet Navy governance and security standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable data models and integration patterns, ensuring compliance and operati...
3 days ago
$96K - $128K *
Join a team that's building scalable, data-driven solutions by designing and managing robust data pipelines. Play a key role in enhancing analytics capabilities while collaborating with product teams...
Reposted 5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion innovative data and AI solutions by leading architecture, engineering standards, and complex delivery. Collaborate across teams to drive cloud-native applications and scalable data products...
6 days ago
$179K - $204K *
Join a team that's transforming financial technology by designing and implementing innovative data solutions. Collaborate with Agile teams to drive impactful outcomes, leveraging cutting-edge tools an...
2 weeks ago
$197K - $225K *
Join a team that's transforming financial technology by designing and implementing innovative data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful outcomes and enhance data capab...
2 weeks ago
$215K - $245K *
Elevate your career by driving data solutions that transform financial technology. Collaborate with Agile teams to design, develop, and implement innovative data pipelines and applications, ensuring o...
2 weeks ago
$197K - $225K *
Transform your career by driving innovative data solutions in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Leverage cutting-edge technologies to solve complex business challenges and enhance financial operat...
2 weeks ago
$179K - $204K *
Elevate your career by leading a collaborative team to design and implement innovative cloud data solutions, utilizing advanced technologies in a dynamic environment that fosters growth and efficiency...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$197K - $225K *
Champion innovation by designing and implementing cloud-based data solutions, leveraging your expertise in data engineering to drive transformations and enhance customer experiences in a collaborative...
3 weeks ago
$179K - $204K *
Drive innovation in data engineering by developing scalable solutions that enhance efficiency, resilience, and security. Collaborate in a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges and deliver impactfu...
3 weeks ago
$197K - $225K *
Execute robust data engineering solutions by leading teams to design, build, and maintain scalable, secure cloud data platforms using cutting-edge technologies to enhance financial empowerment...
3 weeks ago
$197K - $225K *
Pioneer transformation in data engineering by designing innovative solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to leverage emerging technologies that empower financial experiences for mill...
3 weeks ago
$197K - $225K *
Shape the future of data solutions by leading teams to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge data pipelines and architectures, driving transformative change in a collaborative, fast-paced enviro...
4 weeks ago
What does a Data Engineer do?
A Data Engineer builds and maintains data pipelines and platforms that collect, process, store, and deliver reliable data for analytics and other business needs.
What skills are commonly required for Data Engineer jobs?
Common requirements include SQL, programming with Python or another language, data modeling, and experience with cloud platforms or distributed data tools. Specific qualifications depend on the employer and role.
Which industries hire Data Engineers?
Data Engineers are hired across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other industries that rely on data systems.
How can I find Data Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Data Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and review each posting for compensation and qualifications.